Alcibiades I

"Alcibiades I" by Plato sparks a philosophical debate between the wise Socrates and the ambitious Alcibiades, about the building blocks of leadership. The story shows Alcibiades about to jump into politics, brimming with confidence from his background and abilities. Socrates, like a skilled detective, uses questions to uncover Alcibiades' lack of deeper understanding, especially around key ideas like truth and fairness. The conversation highlights how important it is to really know yourself before trying to lead others, pushing the idea that good leadership starts with understanding your own values and what's truly right.